These supermarket brands' whiskeys are ideal if you're new to whiskeyor want to pick a bottle that won't break the bank. All you need is a log burning fire, and you have got the ultimate cosy evening in.
Of course, you have heard of whiskey before, but what is it made from? Well, whiskey is a distilled alcoholic beverage made from fermented grain. These various grains are used from different varieties, such as barley, corn, rye, and wheat. Whether you like a glass of whiskey with a block of ice or mixed with a dash of coke - we have picked out the most affordable and smooth whiskeys for your weekend tipple.
Best supermarket whiskeys at a glance:
• Best for spicy richness: Waitrose Blended Scotch Whiskey 70cl: Offers – view on Waitrose
• Best honey sweetness: Tesco Special Reserve Scotch Whisky 1L – view on Tesco
• Best for fruity nuances: Morrisons Blended Scotch Whiskey 70cl – view on Morrisons
From bottles with honey nuances to spicy and rich, there are so many options to choose from, so we have researched the flavour profile so that you can discover your perfect match.
Without further ado, let's look at the best own-brand whiskey from the UK's top supermarketslike Tesco, Waitrose, M&S, Aldi, Sainsbury'sand more.
The best supermarket whiskey
Best Waitrose Whiskey
Waitrose
Waitrose's own brand of three-year-old whisky is a classic Scotch, made with the finest single Malts and blended with Scottish Grain Whisky. Nuances of a spicy richness and a golden and mellow taste.
Review: "This whiskey is perfectly fine on its own but also works very well with mixers & makes a superb hot toddy! A very good, simple whiskey."
Best Tesco Whiskey
Tescowww.tesco.com
Tesco's Special Reserve Blended Scotch Whiskey is distilled in the highlands of Scotland and has been matured for a minimum of three years in oak casks. This whiskey is amber in colour with a pleasant honey sweetness and a sweet mellow taste.
Review: "This is a great cooking whiskey. I use it to marinade meat."
Best Morrisons whiskey
Morrisonsgroceries.morrisons.com
Morrisons' own brand of whiskey is perfect with a mixer and is a blend of malt and grain whisky This whiskey has fruity nuances and a honeyed flavour.
Review: "Good whiskey for the price. It's clean-tasting and does not invoke massive headaches."
Best Asda whiskey
ASDAgroceries.asda.com
Asda also has a blended Scotch that's affordable and ideal for mixing. This whiskey tastes mellow, sweet and fruity blend and is supple and silky.
Review: "This is comparable to most of the more expensive brands, I was very impressed."
Best Sainsbury's whiskey
Sainsbury'swww.sainsburys.co.uk
This Sainsbury's own brand is perfect for a little tipple in the evening. This is a soft, easy-drinking whiskey with a subtle sweetness and gentle hints of oak and vanilla.
Review: "It is lovely, full of body and goes down well neat, or with a drop of water or coke. Compared to the much dearer brands, you can’t go wrong with a wee dram of this. I will definitely buy it again."
The best whiskey glasses, ice trays and gift set
Best whiskey gift
This Glencairn Whiskey Glass package consists of two glasses and is dishwasher safe.
Best gift set
This set contains 12 natural whiskey stones with an Elysia Old Fashioned Whiskey glass making it a great gift for any whiskey lover in your life.
Best ice cube tray set
This is the ultimate ice ball and square maker for whiskey, brandy, rum and soft drinks.
Ellen Kinsey is a Senior Health & Wellness Product Writer for Yours, specialising in natural health and beauty. She lives and breathes all things food, travel and wellness.